Job description
Mantell Associates are proudly partnered with a growing Biologics CDMO in their search for a Vice President (VP) of Operations to join their senior leadership team.
VP of Operations - Responsibilities:
Work closely with the leadership team to define operational strategy and direction
Oversee operations within the organisation
Continue to contribute towards building a high performing GMP team with a culture of Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Lead the function ensuring that appropriate scientific, regulatory, and quality standards are followed across manufacturing facility design, construction, and validation, GMP operation system establishment
Oversee the preparation and management of complex GMP manufacturing facility development plans, budgets, and long-range planning
Provide scientific guidance and oversight while factoring in technical, regulatory, and intellectual property considerations and risk assessment
Play a key role in directing future growth and success of the organisation
VP of Operations - Requirements:
Bsc. in Biology or related Life Science discipline, Msc. or PhD preferred, MBA also desirable
Strong experience in product/process development and/or commercial manufacturing experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Demonstrated experience in senior leadership roles
Leadership and managerial experience with a team of CMC development scientists and/or engineers (process chemists, analytical chemists, formulation scientists, technical operations), leading cross-functional projects, planning and delivering results within project deadlines
Previous participation in portfolio decision-making
Brings extensive industry experience and established network within industry
Skilled in working collaboratively with Senior Management teams, as well as Partners and other key decision makers within the industry
Mantell Associates is a specialist Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences headhunting firm. For more information on this role, please contact us at +44 (0)20 3854 7700.
